Every Blue Bloods Season, Ranked From Worst to Best (Continued)
Every Blue Bloods Season, Ranked From Worst to Best (Continued)
Season 2
Season 2 of “Blue Bloods” has no problem with its sophomore slump and actually improves on what the series built in its first year. However, there were some changes as Amy Carlson and Sami Gayle received more prominent roles as Linda Reagan and Nicky Reagan, respectively. The big ongoing story this year sees Jamie take on a new identity as Jimmy Riordan in an attempt to go undercover and infiltrate a dangerous organized crime family. Surrounded by enemies, Jamie is led into some unexpected trouble when a suspect is killed and he comes out looking responsible.
However, Jamie isn’t the only one working with the mobsters, and in the standout episode “Moonlighting,” Danny finds himself getting help from an ex-mafia in a cold case that’s on the radar again his. At the same time, Erin works with an informant and accidentally puts them in danger. But she is also offered a prestigious position, which forces her to make a life-changing choice that could change her family forever. The season ends with the excellent “Mother’s Day” episode, in which Commissioner Reagan deals with a deadly biological chemical threat while family tensions reach a boiling point.
Season 3
Continuing to climb up the charts, “Blue Bloods” continues to prove itself by getting better and better, with Season 3 topping its first two years. Once again, several cast members were shuffled this season, as Jennifer Esposito was given the lead role after being a recurring guest star, although a dispute with the studio over her medical needs left she only appeared in a few episodes. Season 3 also saw the debut of Marisa Ramirez as Detective Maria Baez in a recurring role, while Megan Ketch starred in a series of episodes as Detective Kate Lansing.
Several key storylines throughout Season 3, including Jamie’s complicated relationship with new partner Vinny and the pressure to reduce high crime levels in the city, create additional tension for the Reagan family. Meanwhile, Erin is facing the consequences of her new role as deputy chief of the trial office, while Danny and his wife struggle with family issues, along with the devastating injury to their child. cousin. The year ends with another shock, when an officer is killed in the line of duty, which threatens to tear the family apart. In the season finale, Commissioner Reagan must make a tough call when the public begins to lose faith in the force.
Season 4
“Blue Bloods” continued to improve over its first few years, as Season 4 topped the previous three years, with Vanessa Ray joining the cast as Officer Eddie Janko. The police come in after the death of Jamie’s former partner, leaving big shoes to fill; As a result, it was a somewhat uncomfortable relationship at first. Bebe Neuwirth (“Cheers”) also begins a recurring role this season as NYPD Inspector General Kelly Peterson, who goes after Jamie’s new partner for making false statements.
On the other end, however, are Danny and Maria, whose partnership grows stronger, becoming one of the best investigative duos the series has ever seen. At the same time, Erin’s new role begins to create problems for the Reagan family and she must decide whose side she is truly on.
The best entries in Season 4 are the season finale and Episode 3, “To Protect and Serve.” Later, a dangerous criminal takes Erin hostage and it’s up to Danny to rescue her as he acts as an impromptu negotiator. In the finale, Danny defies orders and investigates the apparent suicide of a confidential informant working for the district attorney’s office.
Season 9
“Blue Bloods” continues the drama in Season 9 with Danny still dealing with being a single father. His discovery that the Mexican drug cartel may have had something to do with the fire that destroyed his house and may even have been responsible for his wife’s death leads him down a path of revenge, which This risks compromising your integrity again.
In the courtroom, Erin gets a promotion and she finds herself in an uncomfortable position when the rest of her family begins to come to her for help through her new role in the district attorney’s office. But the tables turn when she needs help enacting a new citywide initiative and wants her father’s support, leading to some complicated dealings and twists. In the season finale, Frank confronts his superiors while questions arise about Eddie’s upcoming wedding to Jamie, in the long-awaited wedding episode.
Big screen star Danny Trejo guest-stars in “The Public Enemy” as a cold-blooded killer who may have beaten Danny’s wife. All problems, both at work and at the dinner table, are pushed aside when the big day arrives, which gives Frank an emotional moment as he makes a toast at the reception .
Season 8
This may not exactly be the best season of “Blue Bloods,” but Season 8 certainly begins with one of the most shocking openings in series history – the death of a Reagan family member, leaving Danny must consider retirement. To forget the tragedy, Erin asks for his help in a new case with personal implications — her ex-husband’s assault may be related to an old case.
Danny’s problems only get worse when he discovers that the Mexican cartel may have burned down his house. While he faces many converging crises, his brother Jamie’s relationship with Eddie continues to flourish. However, the affair only creates trouble at work and it could ruin their professional partnership. Meanwhile, Frank struggles with the pressures of work and family and decides to try to make his life easier. But Frank has an unexpected supporter in City Council President Regina Thomas (special guest star Whoopi Goldberg of “Star Trek: The Next Generation” fame).
The season ends with a powerful story of justice in “My Aim is True,” a story inspired by the true story of the Central Park Five as the Reagan family must confront their own prejudices. The ending also shows Eddie officially joining the Reagan family as she and Jamie announce their engagement.
Season 5
It may be hard for “Blue Bloods” fans to believe that the show could continue to improve after Season 4, but somehow Season 5 has far exceeded expectations. In fact, this season we were just barely outclassed for the top spot. Year five saw Vanessa Ray promoted from guest star to series regular as Jamie’s partner, officer Eddie Janko.
The year begins with a bang, in the explosive season premiere of “Partners,” in which Maria Baez is seriously injured in the line of duty and Danny is on his way to take on the powerful drug cartel responsible. But that’s not Danny’s only problem; in “Forgive and Forget”, he finds himself at odds with Erin, whose job puts her at odds with her family once again. This time it’s the case of a shooting suspect that Danny wants to arrest. On the opposing side, conflict threatens their relationship and work.
In its biggest season finale yet, “Blue Bloods” ends with an epic two-part story that begins with an attack on the NYPD deputy chief and his wife. Then one of Reagan’s men is shot, and the family has to try their best not to let their anger get the better of them while they try to corral the suspect.
Season 10
Topping our list of the best “Blue Bloods” seasons is year 10, starting with “The Real Deal.” This season’s premiere story sees the return of recurring guest star Callie Thorne as Maggie Gibson, the supposed psychic who previously helped solve a case in the previous season. This time, she’s assisting in a murder investigation that leaves her taken prisoner by the killer, and it’s up to Danny and Maria to save her. The opening episode also sees the Reagan family inviting a guest to a family dinner who is not a family member, which upsets many clan members.
Outside of police work, Jamie and Eddie begin to settle into married life and face an uncertain future together as they look for a home and begin to consider the prospect of raising children together. However, at work, Eddie proves himself to be a Reagan by standing up to protect his family when an ax-wielding policeman comes pointing a gun at them. More problems surface in the NYPD and Frank must decide how to deal with a cop committing police brutality, while Jamie discovers a different but equally troubling situation involving officers. his colleague.
However, the season finale, “Family Secrets,” delivered the biggest shock with the revelation of a previously unknown member of the family who appears to have a connection to Joe. , Reagan’s lost son.
